In an exhilarating conclusion to the CCT Season 2 Europe Series 18, Ukrainian team B8 emerged victorious over BC.Game in the grand final, securing a 2:1 series win. The matches unfolded with BC.Game taking Mirage 13:9, but B8 rallied to claim Anubis 13:11 and Ancient 13:7, clinching the championship title.
Grand Final Match Breakdown
Map 1: Mirage
The series commenced on Mirage, where BC.Game demonstrated strong coordination, leading to a 13:9 victory. Key players like Luca “pr1metapz” Voigt and Joakim “jkaem” Myrbostad were instrumental in securing this map for BC.Game.
Map 2: Anubis
B8 showcased resilience on Anubis, engaging in a closely contested battle that concluded with a 13:11 win in their favor. Daniil “headtr1ck” Valitov’s performance was pivotal, as he led the scoreboard with impressive statistics.
Map 3: Ancient
The decisive map, Ancient, saw B8 maintaining momentum and executing strategic plays, resulting in a 13:7 victory. This win secured their championship status in the tournament.
Tournament Highlights
Prize Distribution
For their first-place finish, B8 earned a prize of $22,000. BC.Game, as the runners-up, received $10,000. The tournament’s total prize pool was $50,000.
Notable Team Performances
- NAVI Junior: The academy team of Natus Vincere reached the semifinals, showcasing promising talent and potential for future competitions.
- Monte and Passion UA: Both teams were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs, indicating areas for growth and development in subsequent tournaments.
Event Overview
Tournament Structure
CCT Season 2 Europe Series 18 was conducted online from February 10 to 23, 2025. The event featured 24 teams competing in a group stage followed by playoffs. The group stage utilized a Swiss System Format, with all matches being best-of-three. The top eight teams from the group stage advanced to the single-elimination playoffs.
Participating Teams
The tournament showcased a diverse lineup of teams from across Europe, including notable organizations such as ENCE, Nemiga Gaming, and Partizan Esports. These teams competed fiercely, contributing to the high level of competition throughout the event.
Conclusion
B8’s triumph at the CCT Season 2 Europe Series 18 underscores their strategic prowess and adaptability in high-stakes matches. The tournament highlighted emerging talents and provided a platform for teams to demonstrate their skills on an international stage. As the CS2 competitive scene continues to evolve, events like these play a crucial role in shaping the future landscape of esports.
B8 – the best
Gratz!